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Aaron Donald Tests Comeback as Rams Say Decision Expected Next Week

The outcome hinges on contract restructuring, salary-cap mechanics, medical clearance.

Overview

  • Sean McVay said Tuesday that Donald is “on track” and the Rams expect a clearer update after the team returns to their Woodland Hills practice site on Aug. 7.
  • General manager Les Snead expressed public optimism and said Donald has been increasing the frequency and intensity of his on-field workouts to see if his body can handle another season.
  • NFL insider Albert Breer predicted on Tuesday that Donald will return and play the full season, a forecast that remains unconfirmed by the player or the team.
  • A practical obstacle to any signing is roughly $30–31 million still owed under Donald’s prior contract, which will require restructuring or other salary-cap work before a deal can be completed.
  • Donald has signed with management firm Envisionary and is developing a docuseries, signaling he is preparing media options that could shape his post-decision profile if he returns or stays retired.